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Averages for Fuerteventura in September

The last month of the tourist season, September in Fuerteventura boasts warm sea temperatures and inviting weather conditions. The sun is expected to shine for 11 hours on average each day and there are barely any clouds over the island during this month. Rainfall is expected for only one day of the month, and this rainfall barely amounts to 10mm of total precipitation for the month of September.

Temperatures in September are comparable to June and July, with daytime averages floating around 24 degrees Celsius and sea temperatures at a welcoming 26. There is little fluctuation in temperature and the island’s weather holds no surprises during September, with daytime high peaks at 27 degrees and low peaks staying at around 20.

There haven’t been any hailstorms in the island of Fuerteventura for almost two decades, but back in September of 1996 (and before that in 1992) the island experienced a severe hailstorm. Historical weather data marks this otherwise perfect month as the most potential candidate for another subtropical hailstorm in the future. These hailstorms are caused by cold winds that blow in from the northeast. Much more common than these cold winds are the warm winds that come from Africa. The island of Fuerteventura is known for being the windiest of the Canaries, a factor that keeps it relatively cooler than most other islands nearby.

The Oceanarium Explorer is a floating aquarium with a glass bottom that travels across  Castillo Caleta de Fuste bay. The submarine goes for 2-hour long trips to explore the sea bed and provides an educational and fun day out for children of all ages – big ones included!

Cueva del Llano is a natural cave that has a museum underneath the island. The museum explains how the island of Fuerteventura came to be, and how lava formations eventually work their way to create islands such as this one. The natural beauty of the caves is astounding and there is a lot to learn, too. Note that the caves are known to close when there has been any rainfall as they flood easily.

The patron saint of the island, La Peña is celebrated every year in 14^th of September. This grand public holiday sees everyone celebrating in the streets, and also signals a large pilgrimage to Vega de Rio Palma, where locals pay their respects to the patron saint. The pilgrimage lasts four days and is an impressive sight if you’re lucky enough to catch it. 

On September the 18^th, the pilgrimage arrives at Vega de Rio Palmas and the La Peña fiesta begins there. Tourists are welcome to join and there is plenty of free food for everyone to enjoy. The churches fill with locals and any other religious landmarks become hotspots for dancing and feasting in celebration of the island’s patron saint.

Las Tap.ita.s is an Italian/Spanish tapas restaurant famous for its unusual recipes. The menu is not particularly extensive but every single recipe is carefully created to be flawless; earning the Las Tap.ita.s numerous distinctions and mentions in high-profile culinary guides. Prices are low and the staff is super-friendly.

Restaurante Caracoles is an atmospheric restaurant with polite staff, discreet décor and great food – perfect for a relaxing romantic dinner.

Corner House is perhaps the most popular sports bar in Corralejo. Boasting several large TV screens, the Corner House displays all major sports events and offers cheap drinks and a warm, friendly atmosphere.

DJ's Lounge Bar is a stylish and relaxed bar that attracts young partygoers. Many people grab a drink here before venturing on to enjoy Corralejo’s bustling nearby nightlife.

El Salmo is a quiet, pebble beach away from the well-beaten tourist track. There are some small stone castles erected by locals that give the beach a unique character, and the water is nice and calm. If you walk southwards you can reach Mal Nombre beach, a clean sandy beach favoured by naturists. If you walk northwards, you reach the popular beach Sotavento.

Costa Calma’s Taro beach attracts enthusiastic beachgoers staying at Sunrise Taro Beach hotel. The hotel offers unrestricted access to the popular beach and is a hotspot for surfers, sailors, snorkellers and scuba divers. The hotel itself offers 293 well-furnished rooms and a good number of sports facilities. Spots events are hosted here every day except Sundays.

Jandia Princess is an impressive all-inclusive resort that offers 512 rooms with sea views and great facilities. The hotel is hailed for its excellent value for money and its cleanliness. Ideal for families, the Jandia Princess features numerous child-centred services such as children’s animations, playgrounds, babysitting services and a mini-club for kids 4-2 years of age.

Hotel and Villas Oasis Rural Villaverde is a wonderful rural hotel built upon reconstructed ruins of an old rustic style house built more than a century ago. The hotel’s high ceiling rooms are splendidly furnished, clean and spacious. The Oasis also has a few distinguished villas that come at a premium price but offer unparalleled luxury and style.

Another trustworthy R2 hotel, R2 Bahia Playa is located in the centre of Fuertevenura on the Tarajalejo beachfront. Surrounded by a village so quiet you can hear the waves of the Atlantic, R2 Bahia Playa is a prime destination for travellers looking for some peace and quiet.

Situated in scenic Las Playitas, Cala del Sol hotel gives unrestricted access to a kilometre-long, smooth sandy beach. Conveniently close to the airport, and definitely child-friendly, Cala Del Sol is a favourite with families visiting Fuerteventura. Very reasonable rates, too.